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Formgiving (5 cr)

Code: MU00DT21-3015

General information


Enrollment
06.11.2023 - 17.11.2023
Registration for the implementation has ended.
Timing
08.01.2024 - 30.04.2024
Implementation has ended.
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 cr
Local portion
3 cr
Virtual portion
2 cr
Mode of delivery
Blended learning
Unit
Department of Culture
Campus
Kouvola Campus
Teaching languages
Finnish
Seats
20 - 21
Degree programmes
Degree Programme in Bioproduct Design
Degree Programme in Graphic Design
Degree Programme in Fashion and Costume Design
Degree Programme in Interior Architecture and Furniture Design
Teachers
Elsa Hulkkonen
Teacher in charge
Elsa Hulkkonen
Groups
GRKV23SP
Graphic design, full-time studies
Course
MU00DT21

Realization has 3 reservations. Total duration of reservations is 13 h 0 min.

Time Topic Location
Thu 11.04.2024 time 10:00 - 16:00
(6 h 0 min)
Muodonanto MU00DT21-3015
T110 Plastinen sommittelu, Taidetalo
Mon 15.04.2024 time 10:00 - 16:00
(6 h 0 min)
Muodonanto MU00DT21-3015
T110 Plastinen sommittelu, Taidetalo
Tue 23.04.2024 time 14:15 - 15:15
(1 h 0 min)
Muodonanto, ylimäär. pal.keskustelu
T110 Plastinen sommittelu, Taidetalo
Changes to reservations may be possible.

Objective

- you can observe and analyse three-dimensionality
- you understand the most important concepts of three-dimensional composition
- you understand the structure and functions of the human body in terms of plastic composition (sculpture)
- you can use the common materials of plastic composition (such as clay and plaster)
- you can apply the principles of three-dimensional composition to the design tasks of your own field

Content

How to perceive the three-dimensional world?
What are the basic principles of three-dimensional composition?
Which materials and techniques should I use when studying three-dimensional forms?
How do I create captivating and interesting forms?
How can I utilise my artistic understanding in my profession?

Exercises relevant to the professional field, associated with the Art and design history, Fine arts and Formgiving courses.

Course material

Available on the course Learn platform.
The platform key will be indicated at the beginning of the course.

Study forms and methods

Xamk offers its students an opportunity to pursue studies flexibly to suit their various life situations. Students can choose between three learning routes: a learning route based on a working week, a learning route that accelerates the studies, and a work-based learning route.

A learning route based on a working week according to timetable.

RDI and work-related cooperation

No RDI or working life cooperation is planned for the course.

Student workload

5 cr is 135h studen's work (1op = 27h)

Further information

On the contact lessons of the course lectures are held and learning assignments are conducted.
The learning tasks subject to the evaluation are carried out partly on a guided lessons and partly independent studying time according to the given schedule.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Oral feedback, self-assessment, reflection and peer review are used as a method of evaluation. In some rare cases, written feedback may be used.
The criteria for the assessment have been clarified in the context of the assignments based on the curriculum.
Active participation is important.

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